New bill allows Uber, Lyft to self regulate

Governor Abbott Monday signed House Bill 100 into law which allows Uber and Lyft to self-regulate. It's now up to ride share companies to make sure their drivers undergo annual criminal background checks and that their vehicles pass state safety inspections.

Author:
Brett Shipp

Published:
5:32 PM CDT May 29, 2017

Updated:
6:27 PM CDT May 29, 2017

Effective immediately, the City of Dallas and other cities such as Austin and Houston can no longer regulate Uber or Lyft or any ride share company operating in their city limits.

Governor Abbott Monday signed House Bill 100 into law which allows Uber and Lyft to self-regulate. It's now up to ride share companies to make sure their drivers undergo annual criminal background checks and that their vehicles pass state safety inspections.